Located five minutes from the centre of Wrexham, north Wales’ largest town, Wrexham Glyndwr University merges modern facilities with beautiful grade II–listed buildings. The majority of services, including accommodation is centrally based on the Wrexham campus. In addition to the main campus in Wrexham there is a dedicated rural campus in Northop specialising in animal sciences and environmental courses and a specialist opto-electronics research facility in St Asaph.

Glyndwr University offers over 240 courses in the following areas:

Animal & Plant Biology

Art and Design

Built Environment

Business

Complementary Medicine& Acupuncture

Computing

Creative Media Technology

Education, Family & Childhood Studies

Engineering and Applied Physics

Health, Psychology & Social Care

Humanities

Science and Environment

Society

Sport and Exercise Sciences

For a full list of courses visit their website.

Students say:

“This uni has given me confidence that I will graduate with good honours and that my future will be optimistic. The students and lecturers are very friendly and helpful as well.”

“Supportive staff, friendly university campus”

“I love it! I was made to feel welcome from day one. I have had help with my dyslexia and have been supported and encouraged throughout my time here. From the friendly service in the café, the helpful reception staff and the tutors I have nothing but praise.”

Glyndwr University’s Careers service offers expert advice and resources designed to help students find graduate and part-time work as well as volunteering placements and employment during holidays and term time.

93% of students who completed a full-time degree with us in 2015/16 were in work or further study six months after graduation (HESA, 2017).

Wrexham Glyndwr University is currently number one in North Wales for graduate employment, which is above the sector average for graduate level employment, according to the latest Destination of Leavers Survey (DLHE) from the Higher Educations Statistics Agency (HESA).

According to our student reviewers, support is always there if you seek it out – in fact, a number of our reviewers are employed by the university, providing great experience on their CVs.

Students say:

“I was able to find employment with the university and therefore I was equipped with fantastic skills within a comfortable workplace setting. Also the university offers study skills opportunities which can help you with altering your CV and your personal statement amongst other things.”

“Lecturers email and discuss job prospects and how to get involved within the community for work experience.”

“I am a student ambassador for the university which is a paid role. The careers department regularly email and update social media about jobs, training and volunteering opportunities. Also, discounted first aid courses have been made available to students. My academic school also hold careers fairs and seminars from local employers and voluntary agencies.”

The university received a Silver award for the quality of its teaching under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

All of the university’s courses have work-related learning and practical experience at their heart, so not only will you have the knowledge, but you’ll also know how to use it in the working environment you want to be in.

This enables students to gain valuable experience through placements, work experience, responding to live briefs and developing their own enterprising projects.

Students say:

“The course is well balanced between practical and theoretical. My lecturers are very supportive whenever a problem arises and will ensure your wellbeing is taken care of”

“It is what I enjoy doing, the lectures are often fun and informative and the course covers a wide range of subjects and skills.”

“The lecturers are very enthusiastic and are fantastic at what they do! The course itself is very intriguing and gives you a substantial amount of information on the industry.”

Run by and for students, the Wrexham Glyndwr University Students’ Union organises events and provides guidance and support for students on issues from housing and money to health and wellbeing.

The Advice Centre works within the Union and provides independent support on a huge range of topics. Trained advisers are on hand to offer information on a variety of topics including welfare, housing, academic issues and much more.

All students automatically become a member of the Students’ Union after enrolling at the university.

Students say:

“Though I have not been involved with the students’ union when I have met them they are enthusiastic and friendly. The reason I have not gotten involved is that I am an older student with commitments outside of uni.”

“The students’ union is always organising events at the student lounge such as quizzes and karaoke at the student bar. They also welcome all sorts of societies and award those who contribute through societies in an annual awards ceremony”

Students looking for halls of residence can choose from a selection of welcoming, comfortable and secure places to live, all conveniently located on or near campus.

Student Village located on the main campus is university-owned and features single rooms with en-suite bathrooms, shared kitchen and dining facilities, Wi-Fi and 24 hour security. Rooms cost between £82.50 and £96.50 per week for a 37-week contract; the weekly cost varies depending on the room type and location.

Corbishley Hall offers modern accommodation in a quiet, rural location next to Northop Campus. The accommodation is popular with students studying at the Northop campus although some still prefer to base themselves in Wrexham and take advantage of the free shuttle to Northop. As well as shared kitchen facilities, it also offers a common room and patio. Single rooms at Corbishley Hall cost £86 a week.

Snowdon Hall is a privately-run set of student accommodation located in the city centre, just 10 minutes from the main campus. The complex consists of en–suite rooms in mainly 6-bed flats. All–inclusive rent including contents insurance and wi–fi means there are no additional costs to worry about here. Again, costs will depend on how long you stay, with 37 week contracts starting at £69 a week and 51 week contracts from £64 a week.

Wrexham Village is a newer privately-run set of student accommodation based right next to the main campus and is one of the most popular options with students. Students are grouped in flats of 6-8 with costs dependent on how long you want to stay there, with 37 week contracts costing from £106 a week, and 40 week contracts costing from £99 a week.

Their students praised the university-owned accommodation for its proximity to the university and cleanliness.

Students say:

“Very spacious, clean and has everything I need”

“Very close to the university, lovely housing.”

“Everything you need, en suite, kitchen etc.”

Wrexham Glyndwr University boasts a wide range of facilities to support their courses across their Wrexham and Northop campuses.

The main campus offers a fantastic mix of teaching and lecture facilities, state-of-the-art technology and much more.

There’s plenty to keep sports fans happy, including the racecourse stadium, home to Wrexham FC and the Crusaders Rugby League Teams. An international standard hockey stadium plus a 1000sq m sports hall which meets national competition standards for a range of sports including badminton, basketball and volleyball and a purpose–built dance studio are all based on campus.

When it comes to the academic side, the university has over 70 lecture theatres, an art gallery and two libraries, one of which is a specialist library for humanities and social science subjects. There are also specialist facilities such as a recording studio, TV Studio, Chinese Medicine clinic and specialist Engineering and Computing facilities.

The uni bar, known as The Cent, has plasma TVs, pool tables, DJs and serves up a menu of pub grub. There’s a selection of food outlets across the sites, with plenty of bars, clubs and restaurants within easy walk of the campus.

Students say:

“The university has everything you need and all are kept up impeccably. A big library which contains everything you'll need, computer labs with printers, sports centre with a gym, 2 astroturfs and the grand hall in the main foyer in which plenty of comedians and performers have performed.”

“On the whole the facilities I have used i.e. the computers are great”

In Wrexham you’ll discover a hidden gem that’s more than just a market town on the border between Wales and England; you’ll discover the gateway to a region that’s been named by prestigious travel organisation Lonely Planet as 2017’s fourth best to visit in the entire world.

Look around and you’ll find cutting-edge industry, ingenuity, creativity and ambition harmonising with the history, passion, talent and values that the region and its people live and breathe.

Students say:

“You are in the centre of everything. Shops, cinema, places to eat and nightclubs. Not to mention upwards of 30 pubs!”

“Night life is great with many bars and clubs to choose from. Everything is very local and can be reached within walking distance”

“Nightlife is always rather prominent and a lot of things to do”

The university has a growing number of societies you can join that range from academic interests to extra-curricular fun. And if you can’t find a society or sports club you want to join, you can set up your own really easily, with a range of resources available to help you create a successful society.

Students say:

“Easy to learn about after the fair, also everyone is friendly and they are fun to be part of”

“The clubs and societies are good as the people involved are friendly and welcoming”

“Good, set up and encouraging”

The university’s support team is available to help you on a range of things, from academic study and disability support to money and welfare issues.

A dedicated student funding and welfare team are on-hand to support and guide you with funding and welfare issues whether you’re a current or a prospective student. They can offer advice on a variety of issues including funding entitlement, budgeting, debt, money awareness, as well as guidance for care leavers.

There’s also a dedicated disability team who are there to help you throughout your studies. They work with you to identify your individual needs and ensure specific arrangements are made to support you (e.g. Note taking in lectures, dyslexia support, mental health monitoring)

Parents can take advantage of the childcare facilities on campus too. The on campus Little Scholars Day Nursery is run by Active Childcare Ltd and provides full day care for children aged between three months to five years.

Students are allocated a personal tutor who will help you get the most out of your studies. Your personal tutor is a member of staff who acts as your first point of contact, provides advice, support and guidance to you on everything from academic work, progress and personal development.

Academic support includes workshops and support sessions where academic skills tutors will help you with your university work.

Students say:

“Tutors are phenomenal. Could not ask for a more supportive team behind me. Personal tutorials can be booked which mean you get one on one time with you lecturers to ask all the questions you need to. Access to support is always available, you just need to ask!”

“Tutors always reply to concerns and offer feedback on coursework.”

“Tutors do the best they can and listen to what we struggle with”

UK Students per Year: £9,000

International Students per Year: £11,500

MBA £12,500

MPhil/PhD (Lab Based - Full Time)

[University of Chester Award]

£15,973

MPhil/PhD (Classroom Based - Full Time)

[University of Chester Award]

£12,400

Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to access or apply for additional financial support or scholarships at Wrexham Glyndwr University. For up to date information on this, visit their website.

The School of Creative Arts at Wrexham Glyndwr University was named as the best place to study art in Wales in the Guardian University league tables 2016 and also ranked 12th out of all UK universities.

The state-of-the-art facilities at the Centre for the Creative Industries will allow you to explore 3D computer animation, 3D printing, and 3D puppet stop motion using industry standard software such like Maya. Former students have gone on to success in national competitions such as the RSA Design Awards and D&AD.

Computing

According to The Times, the University is top in Wales for graduate prospects in computer sciences and IT. This subject was judged to be world leading by the last UK research assessment (RAE 2008) and the University’s intelligent design automation research of the department was also judged as “world leading” in the Research Excellence Framework 2014.

Computing is a recognised Cisco Academy. Therefore, courses give students the opportunity to take part in the CISCO Academy Programmes, as well as qualify for CISCO accreditation.

In addition, many of the courses have accreditations such as Library and Information Practice, which is supported by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP), CyMAL (Museums, Archives and Libraries Wales), and the Society of Chief Librarians (Wales) and is accredited by CLIP.

Heavily involved in the industry, lecturers have good relationships with prestigious organisations like The British Computer Society, the IEEE, ACM and IFIP. The University’s renowned research centre for computing and digital technology, also hosts an internet research conference on a biannual basis.

The university is highly praised for its graduate opportunities in Computer Science and its own students praise the facilities – including access to robots – on offer. The department was judged to have World leading research in the last research excellence framework.

Computer Science was listed third in Wales in the Guardian University Guide 2018.

For more information in this area, visit Glyndwr’s website.

Engineering and Applied Physics

The University has strong links with leading organisations such as UPM, JCB, Toyota, Airbus, Rolls-Royce and Raytheon. During their studies, students are given the chance to work on ‘real’ projects, and even have a Formula student team. Students are taught the relevant and current skills and knowledge that employers are looking for.

With industry accredited courses from organisations like the Engineering Council and Institution of Mechanical Engineers and excellent links to industry, the university has a good range of options for engineers. The £250,000 investment in industry standard equipment including an aircraft hangar and flight simulator gives you access to excellent facilities.

The lecturers also have strong links with renowned organisations in the industry. This includes the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), Energy Institute (EI), the Association of Building Engineers, the Engineering Council and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and courses benefit from being accredited by their related body.

Mechanical Engineering was listed number one in Wales for feedback in the Guardian University Guide, 2018.

Education was listed fourth in the UK and top in Wales for satisfaction with feedback in the Guardian University Guide (2018).

Social Work was listed top in Wales for feedback and graduates entering their chosen career within six months, and the Health Professions secured number one position in the UK for satisfaction with feedback, Guardian University Guide, 2018.

Sports Science is top in Wales for teaching and feedback, Guardian University Guide 2018.

Entry Level UCAS Tariff Points

Foundation Year/FdA 48 (and/or relevant experience)

Three-Year Bachelor 112

Two-Year Fast-Track Bachelor 120

Integrated Masters 120

Their expert admissions team are on hand to support you too. You can contact them by calling 01978 293 439, email them or by visiting their website and using the ‘Live Chat’ function.

For more information on specific entry requirements, head to the university’s website.